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Doug Erickson 11/17/25 Doug Erickson 11/17/25

Fall 2025 UCSC Startup Club Demo Day

Fall 2025 Startup Demo Day brings together UCSC’s most promising student founders for an evening of live pitches, innovation, and community. Hosted by CIED, Startup Club, Pie Fi, and Santa Cruz Works, the event showcases 10–12 emerging ventures, networking, food, and fresh ideas.

Doug Erickson 11/7/24 Doug Erickson 11/7/24

Santa Cruz Accelerates 6th Cohort Demo Day 2024 Photos and Recap

Explore Santa Cruz Accelerates Demo Day highlights! One startup wins 1st place AND People’s Choice. Check out the innovative startups and the photos and recap of the night.

Doug Erickson 10/23/24 Doug Erickson 10/23/24

Demo Day 2024 Judges Announced

Santa Cruz Works is thrilled to announce the esteemed panel of judges for Demo Day 2024 on November 6, where innovative startups from the 6th cohort of Santa Cruz Accelerates will present their business ventures.